As a Social Worker within our Children & Families Service, you'll work in partnership with families and professionals - empowering children and their carers to achieve positive change.
Responsibilities
* Modelling high standards of professional practice in a fast-paced, high-impact environment
* Managing a varied and challenging caseload, thinking creatively to achieve the best outcomes
* Working collaboratively with multi-agency partners to drive long-term, sustainable change
* Delivering high-quality assessments that support improved outcomes for children and families
Your expertise, creativity and commitment will play a key role in shaping brighter futures for those we support.
Skills and Experience
* A strong understanding of legislation, models and theories relevant to children's social work
* The ability to build effective, trusted relationships with children, families and professionals
* Experience in multi-agency and court environments
* A recognised Social Work qualification and Social Work England registration
* Completion of your ASYE
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ready to Make a Real Difference?
* Confidence and fluency in spoken English
* A suitable DBS disclosure
* A Full UK driving Licence and access to a vehicle
We're looking for Experienced Social Workers who are passionate about improving the lives of children and families across South & West Devon.
Our Children & Families Service offers a dynamic, supportive environment where you can make a real and lasting difference to some of the most vulnerable children and families. Based at Follaton House in Totnes, we use restorative practice to support and safeguard children in need. Through effective management of legal proceedings and care arrangements, our skilled and experienced teams work in partnership with children and their families - building strong, trusting relationships and identifying strengths to achieve long-term positive outcomes. At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to creating safer, healthier and happier lives for children and young people across Devon.
Benefits
* Generous annual leave, with the option to purchase more
* Free onsite parking
* Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
* Flexible working options, including hybrid working
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* Discounts at 900+ retailers
* Cycle to work scheme
* Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
#J-18808-Ljbffr